Skip to main content

Step into Corridor, a Clothing Brand That’s Well Worth Investigating

step corridor clothing brand thats well worth investigating into
Image used with permission by copyright holder
Now that he’s out as director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation perhaps James Comey should take a page from the playbook of another ex-FBI employee, Dan Snyder, and consider launching a clothing line. Snyder switched careers and introduced his small collection called Corridor about three years ago and has found growing success with it ever since. With all its products manufactured in the USA within the Northeast Corridor, this casual and immensely wearable mostly men’s brand is now stocked by about 70 stores worldwide and sold directly to consumers via its own webshop and a physical pop-up that debuts tomorrow. Snyder shared the story of his superb brand just a few days prior to the store’s unveiling.

Image used with permission by copyright holder

What is the background and history of Corridor?

Recommended Videos

I kind of had an inauspicious start to the fashion industry. My background had been the intelligence community and I was working at the FBI. I became interested in tailoring because I had terrible suits. I basically became friends with this old tailor in D.C. and then I started taking sewing classes and my interest in shirt-making really came from there. I started making shirts for myself and then friends and family and basically Corridor is an extension of that. I just really enjoyed shirt-making and then I started selling shirts to stores and about three years and eight seasons later here we are. We started very small working out of a very small workshop and every season it has just grown in a very kind of organic way.

What is the brand best known for?

Our shirts. We still sell mostly shirts – a very specific kind of shirt. We use this three-panel back which is derived from a 1950s style fit that has nice room in the shoulders and then a trim waist so it’s perfect for the American body type. We only sell high-end casual shirting.

Image used with permission by copyright holder

Where are the items produced?

Corridor produces exclusively in the USA but where depends on the product. We are spread out throughout the Northeast Corridor and that’s where the name comes from. We’re always up and down the Corridor. The shirts are made in Philadelphia, our outerwear is produced in New Jersey, our tailoring is produced in New York, and our accessories and hats are made in Brooklyn and Connecticut so we are all over the Eastern Seaboard.

How big is each collection?

We produce about 100 pieces every season including accessories. Most of the collection is shirting but now we do soft tailoring, really nice outerwear, and we’re moving more into accessories like caps and bucket hats. It’s a pretty wide-ranging collection for a small brand I think.

Image used with permission by copyright holder

Who is the Corridor customer?

I think my customer is mostly the urban creative. It’s guys who live in the city who don’t necessarily have to wear a suit and tie every day. They are looking for something that is interesting but accessible. It’s not necessarily a “fashion-fashion” guy; it’s more just clothing that is interesting and provides kind of a sense of modernity in fashion that is very wearable.

Aside from the shirts what are some of your bestsellers and favorite items?

We make a beautiful waxed cotton MC65 jacket that has done really well for us. And I also like what is coming out soon. We’re making what I think is the best U.S. made bucket hat. It’s a very specific item but we worked really hard on it. And our soft tailoring and suiting is pretty good as well.

Image used with permission by copyright holder

What’s next for the brand?

We’re opening up a semi-permanent pop-up shop on the Lower East Side on August 1st. We’re taking over about half the store of the leather brand Billy Kirk on Canal and Orchard Streets. We’re basically splitting the store in half and it will be Billy Kirk and Corridor. We’ll be there at least through the holidays.

How would you describe the design aesthetic of Corridor?

I think that there’s a casual refinement to the brand where people want something a little bit more sophisticated, something that’s a little bit more unique but something that doesn’t scream. So all the pieces have some sort of idiosyncratic elements to them but they are not going to draw a huge amount of attention. They are more for people who are interested in details and a certain level of understatement.

Christopher Blomquist
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Christopher is a native New Yorker who lives and works (mostly) in Manhattan. A longtime fashion journalist, he served as…
Viberg ushers in a new season with the first S/S 25 drop
Viberg releases new footwear collection
model wearing suede lace up shoes

With a new season just around the corner, it’s typical to see brands start to release their newest collections. However, unlike most brands, Viberg not only treats their fans to a new design but indulges them with an entire collection drop. To celebrate the upcoming Spring/Summer 2025, the brand has launched their first drop that showcases a variety of footwear options full of style, luxury, and elegance. While this drop is full of ideal choices, it’s only the beginning of Viberg’s Spring/Summer releases, with many more expected. Whether you’re a dress shoe fanatic or like to keep it casual with sneakers, the latest Viberg release is your one-stop shop to start building your Spring/Summer wardrobe. 
Viberg’s Spring/Summer ‘25 collection 

Not one to release just one design at a time, Viberg’s first Spring/Summer ‘25 drop is full of all the footwear basics you need for a stylish season. Included in the drop are loafers, boots, sneakers, and lace-up shoes that will easily become your go-to favorites throughout the year. Those looking to upgrade their Spring/Summer wardrobe will enjoy Viberg’s Bristol loafer, Savoy shoe, Regent shoe, and Rockland Bucher shoe. These shoes are available in waxy leather and suede, giving users the chance to pick the material that best suits their wardrobe. Coming in classic and traditional silhouettes, these lowkey styles are the perfect basic dress shoes everyone needs in their wardrobe. 

Read more
Omega unveils Seamaster 37mm Milano Cortina for 2026 Olympics
This new Omega timepiece will remind you of the Olympics
Omega Seamaster 37 mm Milano Cortina

In preparation for the 2026 Winter Olympics, Omega rolled out a new timepiece, the Omega Seamaster 37mm Milano Cortina, as part of its ongoing partnership with the Olympics. Details featured on the watch, from the hour markers to the case back, are centered around the games.

The new watch draws inspiration from a timepiece that was rolled out into the market in the ‘50s. And just like this new watch, the retro Omega watch paid tribute to the Olympic games. Both watches have gold hour markers, characterized by a diamond-like shape. Since previous models had a gold casing, the new watch follows in the footsteps of its predecessors. It’s equipped with a 37mm casing manufactured from 18k gold.

Read more
You can’t go wrong with Levi’s — get a new pair of jeans at 30% off
A person wearing the Levi's Men's 550 Relaxed Fit Jeans.

You can't go wrong with a pair by Levi's. You're going to want to take advantage of Amazon's offer for the Levi's Men's 550 Relaxed Fit Jeans, which are on sale with a 30% discount that lowers their price from $70 to only $49. There's a chance that stocks run out quickly though as these pants are made by one of the most trusted brands in the market, so if you're interested, you better hurry in finalizing your purchase to secure the $21 in savings.

Why you should buy the Levi's Men's 550 Relaxed Fit Jeans
Levi's is among the best denim brands for men, standing the test of time with the celebration of the 150th anniversary of its Original 501 jeans in 2022. Men all over the world have heard of Levi's, with its wide selection of different styles, washes, and colors -- all at affordable prices. The Levi's Men's 550 Relaxed Fit Jeans is just one of many offerings, featuring a classic and relaxed style. The jeans sit at the waist, are relaxed through the thigh, and come with a tailor-like taper at the leg. They also have a zip fly and five-pocket styling, and they're made from a cotton blend.

Read more